Purchasing Manager

　　BUSINESS UNIT: PIVOT

　　FUNCTION: Logistics Management

　　REPORTS TO : Director of Product

　　CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

　　LOCATION: Cedar Rapids, IA

　　EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred

　　EXPERIENCE: 3 – 5 years’ experience

　　Who We Are Looking For

　　CCR builds and delivers innovative technology solutions and products for partners local and across the globe.

　　We are searching for a highly-motivated, dedicated, and experienced team member who understands the importance of business relationships to deliver our vision. Who has the ability to adjust quickly to changing conditions, relishes tackling challenges in a fast paced environment and delivers results with confidence, collaboration and determination.

　　Our ideal candidate thrives in an innovative and agile environment, is a go-getter who works collaboratively and partners across matrixed teams to plan, implement and support our technology by developing strong relationships. This role will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth and efficient procurement of goods and services essential to our operations. In order to be able to meet procurement needs, this role will be involved in sourcing, negotiating, and managing relationships with supplies as well as collaboration with various departments internally to meet organizational goals.

　　What You’ll Accomplish and Experience

　　Identify, evaluate, and build relationships with suppliers which align to the company's technical requirements and standards

　　Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to optimize cost efficiency and quality

　　Management of financial planning, forecasting and budget adherence

　　Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and develop procurement strategies that support project timelines and objectives

　　Stay up-to-date about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to make informed procurement decisions

　　Source and select suppliers by evaluating proposals based on technical specifications, quality, and cost as it relates to the business

　　Create purchase orders, manage order fulfillment to ensure timely delivery of products to both internal and external clients

　　Provide leadership direction to Logistics Management team, fostering a collaborative and high performance culture

　　Mentor and develop team members, identifying training needs and opportunities for professional growth

　　Establish clear goals and expectations, aligning with the companies strategic goal

　　Conduct formal meeting cadence with team members for check ins and reviews

　　Leads by example, demonstrating humility, and serving as a role model for ethical and responsible behavior

　　Identify and mitigate potential risks related to the procurement process, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and potential changes in market conditions

　　Maintain compliance with company policies, legal requirements and any industry standards

　　Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of procurement activities, contracts, supplier agreements as well as inventory

　　Desirable Previous Experience

　　OSHA knowledge for applying safety procedures and safe lifting habits

　　Strong knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Outlook )

　　Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills

　　Knowledge of technical specifications and requirements related to the industry

　　Familiarity with procurement software and tools

　　Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions

　　Moderate lifting & carrying – up to 50 lbs

　　Why CCR

　　CCR is a privately held corporation that was founded in 1986 that provides technology services to large and small businesses nation-wide from our location in Cedar Rapids, IA. Our achievements include:

　　Top quartile revenue growth for each of the last 5 years as per the worldwide Service Leadership Index® precision benchmark.

　　Nationally recognized as “Great Place to Work” – 8 years in a row

　　10-years consecutively listed on Inc. 5000 - Fastest Growing Privately Owned Companies in America

　　7-year consecutive top 100 listing on MSPMentor 501 internationally

　　Nationally awarded Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion (2020, 2021, 2022)

　　Finalist or Winner from Technology Association of Iowa for the following:

　　IT Service Provider of the Year (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2013)

　　Top Growth Company of the Year (2017)

　　Best User of Technology (2015)

　　Technology company of the year ( 2022, 2015, 2014, 2013)

　　Learn more about CCR and our values: https://ccr.net/about-us/

　　CCR offers a unique work-life balance and environment. Our competitive benefits package includes free daily lunch for employees, gym membership reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, a 401k program, quarterly profit sharing, short & long term disability and life insurance and lots of development opportunities to help you grow your professional career.

　　Learn about our culture: http://reviews.greatplacetowork.com/circle-computer-resources-inc .

　　Department

　　Logistics Management

　　Employment Type

　　Full time

　　Minimum Experience

　　Manager/Supervisor